Curator of Contemporary Art at the Speed Art Museum in Louisville, Kentucky, Tyler Blackwell discusses the museum’s mission and adaptation to post-pandemic challenges and his own commitment to amplifying the voices of queer and historically underrepresented artists. He shares his journey into curatorial work, his passion for contemporary art, and his vision for furthering the Speed’s initiatives as a more inclusive and engaging community space.
Blackwell talks about the museum’s response to significant events such as the murder of Breonna Taylor in Louisville with the 2021 exhibition “Promise, Witness, Remembrance,” which came together through community involvement and dialogue. He also highlights the museum’s efforts to center on its community by creating inclusive spaces, such as a 24-hour accessible free art park, increased seating to make the museum a gathering place, and efforts to reduce financial barriers for visitors. He discusses his own curatorial process in creating the exhibition “Crosscurrents” and shares his passion for contemporary art and how it helps us think differently about current issues.
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